XI ’82: entering the market; IX ’85: 190 E 2.3 i 2.6; IX 88: gentle facelift of the body; IV ’90: 190 E 1.8 (with fuel injection) instead 190 with carburetor; V'93: class C replaces 190.
► Technical data
bodies: since: 4-door, dim. 4420/1445/1680 mm; luggage. 410 l.
Motors: benz. 4-cyl.: 1.8/109 KM, 2.0/90-122, 2.3/132-136, 2.3 16V/170-177 KM, 2.5 16W195; 6-cyl.: 2.6/160-166 KM; diesels: 2.0/ 72-75, 2.5/94, 2.5 turbo/122-126.
Chassis: rear-wheel drive, chest 4- and 5-speed. manual, 4-run. automatic; independent suspension, front suspension strut, multi-link rear axle, coil springs; stabilizers.
► Faults
• corrosion on the sills, door edges and wheel arches
• oil spills
• damage to the timing system
• failure of the front axle
• one-sided action of the handbrake
Parts prices in PLN
reflector 1010
front fender 538
complete clutch 1169
brake pads (front) 154
front door glass 309
timing drive 571
Mercedes 190 1.8, 1992 r.
► Summary
Not a very spacious limousine, in the early years, it was troubled by corrosion problems. Also, play in the steering system and problematic driving characteristics do not correspond to the prestige of the brand. The strongest point is the high driving comfort achieved thanks to the advanced suspension. Wide range of engines High cost of ownership. Extensive equipment